Safety & Instruction Manual

WARNING: Black Powder or an approved black

powder substitute are the only propellant
powders that are safe to use in a
muzzleloading firearm.

Read the instructions and warnings in this

manual CAREFULLY BEFORE using this
Traditions™ firearm.
Traditions™ Performance Firearms
January 2016

1375 Boston Post Road

P.O. Box 776
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
(860) 388-4656
www.traditionsfirearms.com
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Your Muzzleloading Rifle
Congratulations on your purchase of a Traditions™
muzzleloader. You have selected a muzzleloading
firearm designed and engineered to give todayʼs
shooters the highest performance and optimum
accuracy. When given the respect and care that any
firearm demands, you can expect many years of reliable
service and enjoyable hunting from your new
Traditions™ muzzleloader.

The Sport of Muzzleloading

More and more sportsmen have discovered the
challenge and enjoyment of muzzleloading in recent
years. For both hunting and target shooting,
muzzleloading guns have helped a modern generation
recapture and enjoy an important aspect of our nationʼs
sporting past. Traditions™ muzzleloaders represent the
latest developments in this unique part of the shooting
sports. They are manufactured to modern standards for
safe and enjoyable shooting. This booklet is intended as
a basic guide for the proper maintenance, loading and
shooting of Traditions™ muzzleloaders, and it offers
important rules and precautions for safe handling and
shooting of this type of firearm. In addition to this
booklet, it is recommended that the novice obtain further
information and instruction before firing a muzzleloader.

Sources for this help include:

1. National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association

2. National Rifle Association
3. Local sporting goods dealer, state DEP
or conservation department
4. Local muzzleloader or hunting club
5. National Shooting Sports Foundation

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 WARNING!
YOU MUST READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO READ
THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND FOLLOW THESE
WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH TO YOU AND OTHERS AND DAMAGE TO
PROPERTY.

This SAFETY & INSTRUCTION MANUAL should

always accompany this firearm and be transferred
with it upon change of ownership or when the
firearm is presented to another person.

DANGER: Always keep your firearm pointed

in a safe direction with your finger off the trigger
until you are ready to fire. Never point a firearm at
anything you do not intend to shoot and always be
sure of what is beyond your target.

If you donʼt have a manual, a printed copy is available

free upon request by contacting Traditions™ at the
address below. A manual is also available via
download at www.traditionsfirearms.com

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1375 Boston Post Road
P.O. Box 776
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
(860) 388-4656
www.traditionsfirearms.com
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.
1. YOUR
YOURSAFETY
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES…………….......5
RESPONSIBILITIES....................... 5
2.
2. SAFE STORAGE &
SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION………......10
TRANSPORTATION.................. 10
3. SAFETY RULES.......................................................12
3. SAFETY RULES...................................................... 12
4. BASICS
4. BASICSOF OFTHE
THEPURSUIT
PURSUIT G4................................16
G4............................... 16
5. FUNCTION TEST FOR
5. FUNCTION TEST FOR PURSUIT
PURSUIT G4. G4......................19
..................... 19
6. INITIAL CLEANING……...…………………………….21
6. INITIAL CLEANING................................................. 21
7.
7. BASIC
BASICEQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENTFOR FOR SHOOTING.....................23
SHOOTING................... 23
8. CHARGING
8. CHARGINGYOUR YOURPURSUITPURSUIT G4..............................24
G4............................ 24
9. PRIMING THE PURSUIT G4...................................
9. PRIMING THE PURSUIT G4.....................................30 30
10. FIRING
10. FIRING THE
THE PURSUIT
PURSUITG4......................................
G4.......................................31 31
11. DEPRIMING AFTER FIRING................................... 32
11. DEPRIMING AFTER FIRING...................................32
12. MISFIRES & HANGFIRES....................................... 32
12. MISFIRES & HANGFIRES…………………………...32
13. UNLOADING & UNCHARGING YOUR RIFLE......... 34
13. UNLOADING & UNCHARGING YOUR RIFLE.........34
14. SCHEMATIC........................................................... 35
14. SCHEMATIC.............................................................35
15. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE................................ 36
15. CLEANINGIN
16. SIGHTING && MAINTENANCE……………………....36
SCOPE MOUNTING...................... 43
17. INFORMATION&ON
16. SIGHTING IN SCOPEBLACK MOUNTING…………..…..43
POWDER & BLACK
17. INFORMATION ON BLACK POWDER & BLACK 44
POWDER SUBSTITUTES.......................................
POWDER SUBSTITUTES………………………..…..44
18. SUGGESTED LOADS FOR PURSUIT G4............... 48
18. SUGGESTED& LOADS
19. WARRANTY FOR PURSUIT G4...............48
SERVICE......................................... 50
19. WARRANTY
20. QUICK-T & SERVICE………………………….....50
RAMROD HANDLE ADDENDUM............ 53
21. NOTES ................................................................... 54

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1. YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE
RESPONSIBILITY!!!!
No matter if you are at home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere;
your primary concern as a firearm owner must always be safety. You
must always apply the following safety rules in every situation with any
kind of firearm regardless of setting. If you feel unsure about any
aspect of your firearm or its operation, please contact Traditions™
before using it.

WARNING: YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL OF THESE SAFETY

RULES TO ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF YOUR FIREARM. THE
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN
THIS MANUAL COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
When you become a firearm owner, you take on a serious and
demanding responsibility. How seriously you take this responsibility
can be the difference between life and death. There is no excuse for
reckless or abusive handling of your firearm. At all times you must
handle your firearm with an intense respect for its power and potential
danger.
WARNING: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS AND ALL
YOUR FIREARMS AT ALL TIMES. In owning a firearm, you have a
constant responsibility for your firearms' safety and security. You must
always protect yourself and all others against injury or death from
misuse of the firearm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
This responsibility is not something you can ever neglect.

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND

WHAT IS BEYOND IT. Always know where a bullet you fire will hit and
shoot only where there is a safe back stop free of any obstructions.
Bullets can bounce or ricochet off many surfaces like rocks or the
surface of water and travel in unpredicatable directions with
considerable velocity creating dangerous situations. NEVER fire
randomly into the sky.

WARNING: NEVER SOLELY RELY ON MECHANICAL

FEATURES SUCH AS A SAFETY. Mechanical features such as
safeties can fail and should never be relied upon with disregard to
proper safe firearms handling. Only by following the safe firearms-
handling procedures in this manual will the safe use of your firearm be
assured. You are responsible for always following these safe firearm
handling rules. Mechanical safeties in firearms are aides in
establishing a more convenient operating system but are never
replacements for safe handling on the part of the shooter.

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 WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION
THAT ARE SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH FIREARMS every time
you handle your firearm for loading, firing, cleaning, or maintenance.
Make sure that all bystanders where you will be shooting are also
wearing the proper eye and ear protection.

WARNING: ALWAYS HAVE ADEQUATE VENTILATION

WHEN DISCHARGING A FIREARM. Discharging a firearm in poorly
ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition and
loading components may result in exposure to lead and other
substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and
other serious physical injuries. Review the warnings and labels for all
ammunition, loading components, and cleaning products carefully.
Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

WARNING: NEVER ALLOW THIS FIREARM TO BE USED BY

ANYONE WHO DOES NOT UNDERSTAND ITS SAFE OPERATION
OR HAS NOT READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY.

WARNING: NEVER DISASSEMBLE YOUR FIREARM beyond

the instructions outlined in this manual. Improper disassembly or re-
assembly of your firearm may create a dangerous situation which can
lead to serious injury or death to you or others or also the destruction
of property.

WARNING: NEVER MANIPULATE, ADJUST, OR ALTER ANY

OF THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR FIREARM. Improper
manipulation or alteration of any internal component may affect the
safety and reliability of your firearm and create a situation where
serious injury or death could occur. In addition do not replace any of
the parts in your rifle unless they are genuine Traditions™ parts. The
use of non-Traditions™ parts will void all warranties. Any alteration or
replacement of parts in your Traditions™ firearm not performed by a
qualified gunsmith using genuine Traditions™ parts may cause death,
personal injury, or property damage. NOTE: Altering the factory-
standard mechanical function of your firearm will VOID your warranty
and could lead to unsafe handling and function of the firearm.

WARNING! DO NOT DRILL HOLES IN THE BARREL AS

THIS COULD WEAKEN THE BARREL STRUCTURE LEADING TO
A RUPTURE. A RUPTURED BARREL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS
AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. DRILLING HOLES IN THE
BARREL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.

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 DANGER: SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING IS YOUR PERSONAL
RESPONSIBILITY ALWAYS. Firearms have the potential to be
dangerous resulting in serious injury or death if they are misused or
handled inappropriately. Safety must always be the primary concern of
anyone who owns or handles firearms. Accidents are the result of
violating the rules of safe firearm handling. Professional firearm safety
training is available to supplement the safety instructionin this manual.
Some examples of organizations to contact are your local firearms
dealer, state conservation department, hunter safety department, law
enforcement agency, local sportsman's club, the NSSF, and the
National Rifle Association (NRA) for availability of firearms training.

DANGER: ALWAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS

LOADED AND WILL FIRE. Never assume or take anyone's word that
the firearm is uncharged or unprimed - you must always physically
check for yourself. Never pass a loaded firearm to another person.
You must first open the action and then visually check that it is
uncharged and unprimed before passing the firearm to another
person. Keep your muzzleloading firearm uncharged, unprimed, and
safely stored when not in use.

DANGER: NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGER INSIDE THE

TRIGGER GUARD OR ON THE TRIGGER UNLESS YOU INTEND
TO FIRE. Always keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are
on the target and you are prepared to fire. Also make sure that other
objects do not touch the trigger at any time.

DANGER: ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A

SAFE DIRECTION. Never point the muzzle of a firearm at anyone or
anything you do not intend to shoot. Many incidents have occured
because people pointed what they thought was an unloaded firearm
in an unsafe direction. This is especially important when loading,
unloading, or field stripping the gun. ALWAYS control the direction of
the firearm.

DANGER: NEVER CROSS ANY OBSTACLES SUCH AS

FENCES OR STREAMS WITH A CHARGED OR PRIMED
MUZZLELOADING FIREARM. Always make sure your muzzleloading
firearm is unprimed or unloaded before crossing a fence, climbing a
tree, jumping a ditch, or negotiating any other obstacles.

DANGER: ALWAYS REMOVE THE PRIMER OR

PERCUSSION/MUSKET CAP FROM THE BREECH PLUG OR
NIPPLE BEFORE YOU CLIMB TO OR DESCEND FROM A TREE
STAND. NEVER RAISE OR LOWER A PRIMED MUZZLELOADER
FIREARM TO OR FROM A TREESTAND. Failure to follow this rule
may cause serious injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders
and damage to property.

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AGAINST A TREE, A WALL, OR ANY SURFACE WHERE IT MAY
FALL OVER. Once a rifle has been charged or primed it is your
responsibility to protect against any situation that may result in an
accidental discharge. Failure to follow this rule may cause serious
injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders and damage to
property.

DANGER: NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE

ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE SHOOTING. In
addition, do not use your firearm if you are on any medication which
impairs, even slightly, your mental or physical. You should also not
use your firearm if you are excessively tired, distracted, or impaired
in any way. You need to be alert and have your full attention devoted
to the safe use of the firearm.

DANGER: ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT COMBINATION

OF MUZZLELOADING APPROVED LOAD COMPONENTS FOR
YOUR PARTICULAR MUZZLELOADING FIREARM as detailed in
this manual.

DANGER: MAKE CERTAIN THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF ANY

OBSTRUCTIONS BEFORE SHOOTING. Dirt, water, snow and other
objects may inadvertently become lodged in the bore of the barrel. A
small obstruction can cause a dangerous increase in pressure and
may damage your firearm and cause injury to yourself and other.
Refer to the field cleaning section of this manual if you discover any
obstructions in the barrel for instructions on how to remove it.

CAUTION: BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, UNDERSTAND

ITS OPERATION. Not all firearms are the same and some have
features and mechanical operation unique to that specific firearm.
Before using a firearm you should learn the mechanical features of that
specific firearm you intend to use. If you feel unsure about any
operational aspects of this firearm, please contact Traditions™ before
proceeding with its operation.

APPROPRIATE USE FOR YOUR FIREARM MEANS USING YOUR

FIREARM FOR LEGAL PURPOSES. It is your responsibility to
ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable Federal, State,
and Local laws and ordinances regarding the use of your firearm.

MAKE SURE THAT ALL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS SLINGS,

SCOPES, AND ANY OTHER ACCESSORIES ARE COMPATIBLE
with the firearm and that they do not interfere with the safe operation
of the firearm. It is your responsibility to understand and follow all
instructions in this manaul, as well as those which may be supplied
with your ammunition and loading components and any accessory
and how they all relate to each other.

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Traditions™ rifles come drilled and tapped for use with scopes.
Traditions™ offers a wide variety of scopes, scope mounts, and rings
in varying sizes and finishes to suit your needs. When mounting a
scope use only Traditions™ mounts to ensure proper fit and function.
Traditions™ mounts are specifically made to fit these predrilled
existing holes in your firearm.

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 2. SAFE STORAGE &
TRANSPORTATION
WARNING: FIREARM SECURITY IS YOUR PERSONAL
RESPONSIBILITY. ALWAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR
FIREARM. You must ensure that your firearms are securely and safely
stored so that children and/or unauthorized users may not obtain them.
Your firearms should always be kept unloaded and locked when not in
use or in your immediate control. Never assume that the use of a lock
alone is sufficient to safely secure your firearm. You must continually
evaluate your personal situation and employ security systems that
prevent children and unauthorized users from gaining access to your
firearm. It is recommended that you secure ammunition in a locked
container separate from your firearms.

WARNING: DO NOT LOAD UNTIL READY TO DISCHARGE

YOUR RIFLE.

WARNING: FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS IF THEY ARE USED

AND/OR STORED IMPROPERLY. THEY POSE A RISK OF SERIOUS
OR FATAL INJURIES. FIREARMS CAN BE ESPECIALLY
DANGEROUS TO CHILDREN WHEN THEY ARE STORED IN AN
IRRESPONSIBLE AND UNSAFE MANNER. FOR YOUR SAFETY AND
THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU KEEP
YOUR FIREARM LOCKED AND UNLOADED IN A SECURE PLACE.
THE AMMUNITION AND LOADING COMPONENTS SHOULD BE
STORED IN A SEPARATE, LOCKED, SECURE LOCATION WHEN IT
IS NOT IN USE. SAFE AND SECURE STORAGE OF YOUR FIREARM
IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT RULES OF FIREARM SAFETY.
YOUR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS.

WARNING: ALWAYS SECURE YOUR FIREARM IN A

MANNER THAT WILL PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS.
Whenever you are not using your firearm it should be kept unloaded
and locked. Your own safety and the safety of others demands that
you always secure and store your firearm in a way that will prevent
unauthorized access. Never leave a firearm unattended unless it is
unloaded, locked, and secured.

WARNING: MAKE SURE TO CHECK TWICE THAT

YOUR FIREARM IS UNLOADED BEFORE TRYING TO
INSTALL ANY LOCKING DEVICE.

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 WARNING: NEVER TRANSPORT A CHARGED OR PRIMED
MUZZLELOADING FIREARM. When transporting your firearm it must
be uncharged, unprimed and securely locked. Safe and secure
transportation of your firearm is another important aspect of your
responsibility as a firearm owner.

DANGER: NEVER STORE A CHARGED OR PRIMED

MUZZLELOADING FIREARM. When storing your firearm it must be
uncharged, unprimed and securely locked. If you fail to follow this
instruction, you may experience a double load or fire the muzzleloader
thinking it is unloaded.

CAUTION: ALWAYS STORE YOUR FIREARM AND

AMMUNITION AND LOADING COMPONENTS SEPARATELY. so
that they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons.
Safe and secure storage of your firearm, ammunition, and loading
components is your responsibility.

CAUTION: NEVER ASSUME THAT A "SECRET LOCATION"

OR "HIDING PLACE" IS A SECURE STORAGE METHOD. Without
your knowledge others, such as children, may be aware of your
storage location or they may find it by accident. It is your responsibility
to properly store your firearms, ammunition, and loading components
and to always make sure they are not accessible to children or
unauthorized persons. that they are not accessible to children or other
unauthorized persons.

CAUTION: ALWAYS FOLLOW THE LAW! In many states and

local municipalities there are laws and regulations that make it a crime
to keep a firearm unlocked in an area that is accessible to children or
others. Keeping a firearm locked and unloaded when not in use is not
only a common sense safety practice... IT IS THE LAW. You must be
familiar with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the safe storage
and transportation of your firearm. Failure to know and follow the law
may result in unauthorized access or use of your firearm by another for
which you may be held accountable. Obey all laws relating to the
storage and transportation of firearms. Your local police department or
gun shop can provide you with the pertinent information for where you
live on storing and/or transporting a firearm safely and legally.

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 3. SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR
TRADITIONS™ MUZZLELOADER
In addition to the general Firearm Safety Responsibilities covered so
far in this manual, there are additional guidelines specific to black
powder muzzleloading firearms that must be adhered to at all times to
ensure the safety of the shooter and others.

WARNING: UNDERSTAND THE TERMINOLOGY

REGARDING LOADING. When speaking of a muzzleloading
firearm “Charge” or “Charged” refers to the presence of a propellant
powder charge and projectile in the bore of the firearm

“Uncharge” or “Uncharged” indicates that the powder charge and

projectile have been either fired or removed and that the bore is
completely clear.

“Prime” or “Primed” applies to the act of placing a primer, cap, or

priming powder in or on a muzzleloader.

“Unprime” or “Unprimed” indicates that the primer, cap, or priming

powder has been removed from the firearm or is not in place.

DANGER: NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE USE

SMOKELESS POWDER OF ANY TYPE OR IN ANY QUANTITY IN
A MUZZLELOADING FIREARM, AND NEVER MIX POWDERS.
The use of any smokeless powder at all could result in a detonation
or explosion which could cause injury and/or death to the shooter or
bystanders and damage to property.

DANGER: NEVER USE ANY POWDER THAT YOU CANNOT

POSITIVELY IDENTIFY. The use of any mislabeled or unknown
powder could result in injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders
and damage to property.

DANGER: USE ONLY BLACK POWDER OR AN APPROVED

BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTE IN YOUR TRADITIONS™
MUZZLELOADING FIREARM. Never use even small amounts of
smokeless powder, even if it may be black in color. The use of any
propellant other than black powder or approved black powder
substitute may cause injury or death to the shooter or bystanders and
damage to property.

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 DANGER: NEVER SMOKE OR ALLOW BYSTANDERS TO
SMOKE WHILE USING YOUR MUZZLELOADER. The spark from a
lighted cigarette, cigar, or pipe can ignite Black Powder or a Black
Powder substitute, Percussion Caps, or Primers. Smoking around a
charged and/orprimed muzzleloader, percussion caps, primers, priming
powder or supply of powder may cause premature firing of the firearm
or an explosion of the powder can, horn, or flask causing serious injury
and/or death to the shooter or bystanders and damage to property.

DANGER: DO NOT LOAD A MUZZLELOADER WHICH IS HOT

FROM PREVIOUS FIRING. ALWAYS ALLOW THE BARREL TO
COOL BEFORE YOU BEGIN RELAODING YOUR MUZZLELOADING
FIREARM

DANGER: BEFORE YOU BEGIN LOADING, MAKE SURE

YOUR MUZZLELOADING FIREARM IS NOT ALREADY CHARGED.
To make sure the firearm is uncharged, keep the muzzle pointed in a
safe direction and insert the ramrod provided with the firearm into the
bore. If the ramrod sits approximately ¾” below the muzzle then the
firearm is not charged, while if the end of the ramrod extends past the
muzzle then it is charged and you will need to remove the charge.

DANGER: WHEN LOADING, MAKE SURE THAT THE

PROJECTILE IS FIRMLY SEATED AGAINST THE POWDER
CHARGE. Serious personal injury or death can result if the projectile
is not seated properly against the powder charge. To create a simple
way to check this when loading is after you have fully seated a
projectile against a powder charge mark the ramrod as a point of
reference for a properly seated projectile.

DANGER: NEVER EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM

BLACK POWDER OR BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTE CHARGE
LISTED IN THIS BOOK. If the recommended maximum charge is
exceeded then injury or death to the shooter or bystanders can occur.

DANGER: NEVER POUND ON THE RAMROD WHEN

LOADING. Black powder and/or approved black powder substitutes
are potentially sensitive to impact and could ignite from the impact of
pounding on the ramrod. Always be sure to keep the muzzle pointed
away from your face or body when loading. Place your fingers and
hand around the ramrod, and not over the end of the ramrod when
seating projectile for safety.

DANGER: NEVER PRIME YOUR MUZZLELOADING FIREARM

UNTILYOU ARE READY TO FIRE IT. Your muzzleloader should
remain unprimed until the instant before firing. After you prime the
firearm, your full attention should be on the target and firing of the
firearm.

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 DANGER: NEVER PASS A CHARGED MUZZLELOADING
FIREARM TO ANOTHER PERSON. Once charged, a muzzleloading
firearm requires your complete attention. Never charge the firearm and
then hand it to another shooter. You should also never shoot a
muzzleloading firearm that was charged by someone else. Only the
person who actually performed the loading knows whether the firearm
has been charged properly and should fire it.

DANGER: BEFORE YOU ACCEPT A MUZZLELOADING

FIREARM FROM SOMEONE, CONFIRM FOR YOURSELF THAT IT
IS UNPRIMED AND UNCHARGED. Treat all firearms as if they are
loaded and will fire.

DANGER: NEVER CHARGE YOUR MUZZLELOADER

DIRECTLY FROM A CAN, HORN OR FLASK. A spark from a
previous firing may ignite the stream of powder being poured into the
firearm and cause the container to explode. The explosion of a powder
can, horn or flask may cause serious injury and/or death to the shooter
or bystanders and damage to property. Use a separate pre-calibrated
measuring device containing small quantities of powder to charge your
firearm. Keep the muzzle directed away from your face and body when
loading.

DANGER: WHILE SHOOTING ALWAYS KEEP SUPPLIES OF

POWDER, PRIMERS AND CAPS WELL AWAY FROM YOUR
FIRING POSITION OR SHOOTING BENCH. A powder horn, flask,
can of powder, or quantity of primers or caps can ignite with deadly
force if exposed to sparks or intense heat. Follow the manufacturerʼs
instructions for safe handling and storage of powder, primers, or caps.
Keep unused powder, primers, or caps well away from firearms that
are being discharged. Sparks from the discharge of a muzzleloading
firearm may cause the unused supply of powder, primers, or caps to
ignite causing serious injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders
and damage to property.

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 CAUTION: BLACK POWDER AND BLACK POWDER
SUBSTITUTES ARE CORROSIVE BY NATURE AND LEAVE
RESIDUES IN THE BORE AND ON THE FIREARM THAT REQUIRE
IMMEDIATE CLEANING. A quick field cleaning should be performed
just after you complete firing at the range or hunting. A thorough in
depth cleaning is required before the storage for any amount of time to
keep the firearm functioning properly and in a safe condition. Failure to
properly clean the firearm may prevent the firearm from functioning
safely and correctly and may result in injury or death to the shooter or
others or damage to property.

You must follow these procedures every time a firearm leaves your
hand, is cleaned, handed to you or another person, transported or
stored.

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4. LEARNING THE BASICS OF THE
PURSUIT™ G4

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Gun Model designation on frame

Serial number marking on frame

Propellant marking on barrel

Caliber designation on barrel

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 SAFETIES INCLUDED WITH THE PURSUIT™ G4

Your Traditions™ Pursuit™ G4 break-action muzzleloader

comes equipped with dual safeties.

The first safety is an internal hammer block safety that blocks the
hammer from being released and hitting the primer unless the trigger
has been pulled. This prevents the hammer from hitting the primer in
the case of a drop or sudden impact.

The second safety is an ambidextrous mechanical trigger block safety

that prevents the trigger from being pulled back and allowing the sear
to become disengaged.

Trigger block safety Trigger block safety

disengaged, red ring engaged, “safe”, no
is visible. red ring is visible.

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 5. FUNCTION TEST FOR THE
PURSUIT™ G4
DANGER: ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE
DIRECTION AND TREAT THE FIREARM AS IF IT WAS LOADED
AND CAN FIRE.

DANGER: CONFIRM THE FIREARM IS UNCHARGED

AND UNPRIMED BEFORE CONDUCTING ANY OF THE
FUNCTION TESTS.

Now that you are familiar with the parts of the Pursuit™ G4 a function
test can be performed on the rifle to ensure that all parts are operating
as intended. This function test should also be performed after anytime
you have disassembled the rifle for cleaning or any maintenance.

Function testing the action

1. Open the action by

pressing on the barrel
catch lever which will
then allow the action to
pivot open.

2. Close the action by

pivoting the opposite way
from when you opened
the action waiting to hear
a metallic click indicating
the action is locked.

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Function testing the hammer

1. Disengage the safety so

the red ring is visible. Cock
the rifle by pulling the
hammer rearward until you
hear a metallic click and
the hammer is locked into
place. This means the rifle
is now cocked and
engaged.

2. Push forward on the rear

of the cocked hammer.
The hammer should
remain in place and does
not fall.

3. While empty and pointed in

a safe direction, pull trigger
in a rearward motion and
hold. Hammer should now
fall forward impacting the
transfer bar. *NOTE: Visibly
inspect to be sure when the
hammer is in forward
position after firing the
transfer bar is in the highest
position.

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Function testing the safety system

1. Disengage the safety button

by pressing the button from
right to left. You should hear a
metallic click when it locks into
place and a red ring should be
visible indicating the rifle is
ready to fire.

2. Engage the manual safety

button by pressing it from left
to right so that there is no red
ring visible. A metallic click
should be heard when
engaged.

3. Pull the trigger to the rear.

You should feel resistance
when the safety is engaged.
The trigger stays in place and
the hammer does not fall.

6. INITIAL CLEANING
NOTE: BEFORE YOUR INITIAL USE, PLEASE CLEAN &
LUBRICATE YOUR MUZZLELOADER!
These are brief instructions on what to do before you use your
muzzleloader for the first time. Please review the disassembly
instructions for the complete set of cleaning instructions. When you
first remove the new muzzleloader from the box there will be some
manufacturing oils and grease for shipping purposes. These residues
need to be removed so that the muzzleloader will function properly.
DANGER: Make sure the firearm is unloaded with the safety
in the “safe” position.

1. Open the action by pulling on the barrel catch lever which will then
allow the action to pivot open.

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2. Unscrew and remove the Accelerator Breech Plug™
by using your fingers or the breech plug wrench
supplied with the muzzleloader. Then close the
action.

3. Remove the ramrod from the thimbles.

4. With the action closed, unscrew the forend screw using the supplied
4mm wrench and remove the forend from the barrel.

5. Remove the barrel from the receiver by pushing the barrel catch
lever in. When the action starts to open lift the barrel up and out of
the receiver. Clean all items with hot, soapy water or muzzleloader
bore solvent such as Traditions™ EZ Clean™. This will remove any
manufacturing residue that may be on the inside or outside of the
barrel.

6. Dry all of the parts completely.

7. Apply a light coat of Traditions™ EZ Clean™ solvent to a dry patch

(or use Traditions pre-soaked EZ Clean™ patches) and run up and
down the bore, then use Traditions™ Wonderlube™ prelubed
patches to “season” the lands & grooves of the rifling before loading.
This will allow for easier loading and cleaning throughout your
shooting sessions.

8. Generously lubricate the threads of

the breech plug with Traditions™
breech plug grease. Be careful to
not get any grease inside the
breech plug.

9. Now reassemble your firearm.

A Note about maintenance procedures:

Proper maintenance and cleaning of your new muzzleloader will
require you to remove the barrel from the receiver. You must clean the
muzzleloader each time it is used.

Please refer to the Cleaning & Maintenance section for more

information. Take time before such cleaning to study the Disassembly/
Assembly procedures and the accompanying photographs to
thoroughly acquaint yourself with your rifleʼs subassemblies.

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 7. BASIC EQUIPMENT FOR
SHOOTING THE PURSUIT™ G4

In order to shoot your Traditions™ muzzleloader, you will need the

following accessories or equipment listed below:

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHOOT OR LOAD YOUR

MUZZLELOADING FIREARM UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THIS
MANUAL COMPLETELY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND IT. FAILURE
TO READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT
IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS
AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO
UNDERSTAND ANY OR ALL OF THIS MANAUL, CALL THE
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT TRADITIONS™.

1. Proper eye protection specified for use with firearms.

2. Proper ear protection specified for use with firearms.
3. Black powder or an approved black powder substitute in the
appropriate type for your firearm.
4. A powder measure.
5. Projectiles appropriate for your firearm such as Traditions™
Smackdown bullets
6. 209 Primers
7. Bore cleaning patches.
8. A jag to hold cleaning patches.
9. An appropriate bore cleaner for muzzleloaders (like EZ Clean™).
10. An appropriate oil or rust inhibiting lubricant (like Wonderlube™).

Note: While not required, a Traditions™ range rod will make loading
and cleaning easier and is recommended.

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 8. CHARGING YOUR TRADITIONS™
PURSUIT™ G4
DANGER: ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE
DIRECTION AND DO NOT HAVE ANY PART OF YOUR BODY
OVER THE MUZZLE WHEN LOADING.

PREPARING TO LOAD THE CHARGE:

WARNING: Wear proper eye protection for entire loading process.

Prior to loading, you must first that ensure the gun is uncharged,
unloaded, and the barrel is free of any obstructions.

The easiest way to achieve this is to remove the Accelerator Breech

Plug™ and look down the barrel to see if there is a charge or any
obstruction in the barrel.

You may also use the following instructions to ensure the gun is
uncharged and unloaded.

1. Push safety button to “safe” so that no red ring is visible on the

safety button

2. Remove ramrod from barrel thimbles

3. Unscrew Jag from ramrod and reverse 180 degrees so that

concave (hollowed end) is exposed.

4. Re-thread Jag so that the concave (hollowed end) is out. This will
make the ramrod longer and provide the proper length.

5. Insert the ramrod into the barrel. When it is touching the top of the
breech plug it should sit approximately 3/4” below the muzzle.

Note: You should hear a metallic sound as the jag makes contact with
the breech plug.

If the ramrod is not 3/4” below the muzzle and you do not hear the
metallic sound then the barrel may be either obstructed or loaded. To
remove the obstruction, remove the Accelerator Breech Plug™. Do not
attempt to clear the barrel by firing. Before loading anything into the
barrel, clean all oil and grease from inside the barrel. We recommend
using Traditions™ cleaning products to enhance your accuracy and
ease shooting & cleaning.

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To test and clear the ignition channel follow these
steps.
DANGER: Make sure the barrel is unloaded without a power
charge or bullet.

Point the rifle down towards a safe area on the ground and load a
primer into the 209 primer pocket of the breech plug. Fire one or two
primers to blow out any oil or residue from the fire channel. Point the
muzzle at a leaf or blade of grass to see if it moves. If it moves, you
have a clear channel. If not, fire additional primers or check the
breech plug for obstructions.

Another way to see if you have a clear fire channel is to screw a

loading/cleaning jag on your ramrod and place a dry patch on the
muzzle of your rifle. Push the patch down to the breech plug face and
leave ramrod & patch in bore. Point rifle in a safe direction, place
primer in nipple area of the breech plug and fire two primers. Remove
ramrod from the bore and inspect patch. Patch should have a complete
circular burn in middle. This tells you that you have a clear fire channel.
Stand the butt of the rifle on the ground so that the muzzle is pointed
up and away from you and others. Never work with your face or any
part of your body over the muzzle, even when the gun is unloaded.
Be sure that the firearm is unprimed and the safeties are engaged.
Your rifle is now ready to be loaded.

LOADING THE CHARGE FOR

MUZZLELOADING RIFLES:
Use only black powder or an approved black powder substitute.
Follow the powder manufacturerʼs instructions when measuring
any type of powder as not all powders are measured the same.
Some are measured by weight and some by volume, and
volumetric measuring can vary depending on the type and
manufacturer of the powder. (See more information on black
powder and black powder substitutes)

When loading loose powder:

1. Fill your Traditions™ flask
with Black Powder or Black
Powder substitute of your
choice.

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2. Adjust your Traditions™
powder measure to the
desired correct charge for the
type of powder you are using
based on the powder
manufacturerʼs
recommendations.

3. Pour powder from your

Traditions™ flask into the
desired powder charge. Pour
powder from the powder
measure down the barrel.

DANGER: Never load powder into a gun directly from a can,

powder horn or flask. Always use a separate calibrated powder
measuring device. A remaining spark or ember in the barrel may
cause serious injury and/or death to you or bystanders and
damage to property.

4. Tap the side of the barrel to help settle the powder into the breech
area.

When loading pelletized powder (Pellets):

Drop the desired amount of
pellets into the barrel with the
igniter side down. Using a
pipe cleaner to handle the
pellets makes it easier to load
and keeps oil from your hands
off the pellet.

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LOADING THE PROJECTILE:

TRADITIONS™ SMACKDOWN SABOTED BULLETS:

The plastic material used in our Traditions™ sabots is self-lubricating;

therefore you do not need to pre-lube your bullets or sabots.

1. Insert the base of the bullet

into the sabot, making certain
the bullet is firmly & fully
seated against the bottom of
the sabot.

2. Place the assembled

projectile into the muzzle.

3. Start the projectile with your thumb.

4. Using a ball starter, place

the short shaft on top of the
bullet and push it downward
until the starter hits the top of
the muzzle.

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5. Push the projectile deeper
into the bore using the longer
shaft of the ball starter until it
hits the muzzle.

6. With the loading jag on your ramrod, position the ramrod on top of
the bullet inside the bore. Holding the ramrod no further than 6” over
the bore apply firm pressure downward until the bullet is seated
against the powder. (Holding the ramrod any higher will increase your
chances of breaking your ramrod.)

DANGER: Never place your hand over the ramrod after

introduction of the bullet into the barrel. While unlikely, a
discharge on loading could expel the ramrod and cause injury to
your hand.
Note: If you are using pelletized powder do not crush them when
loading the bullet. Testing has shown that crushed or broken
pellets will cause accuracy issues.

7. With a clean barrel, after

the bullet is seated fully
against the powder charge,
mark the ramrod at the
muzzle. This will show you
that each projectile is seated
at the same depth each time.
If you change the desired
powder charge or projectile,
you will need to change the
mark and make a new one for
the new charge.

8. Make sure you remove the ramrod from the barrel before priming
and shooting the muzzleloader.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS SEAT THE BULLET FIRMLY ON TOP OF

THE POWDER CHARGE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR BYSTANDERS.

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TRADITIONS™ FULL BORE BULLETS:
Note: Full Bore bullets do not require any lube for loading.

1. Place the projectile into the barrel using the ball starter and ramrod.
Follow the same procedures as shown with the saboted bullet loading
described previously.

Note: Patches are not to be used with Full Bore bullets; these
bullets are made to full bore size.

It is critical that the Full Bore bullet is the correct size to your bore. It
must fit fairly tight and require moderate pressure to seat on top of the
powder. A loose fit could cause the projectile to separate from the
powder, particularly if the gun is subjected to jarring or sharp
movement before ignition.

CONICAL BULLETS:
Note: When using conical bullets or patched round ball, it is
recommended to use loose powder only.

1. Lubricate the projectile with Wonderlube™ 1000 Plus.

2. Place the projectile into the barrel using the ball starter and ramrod.
Follow the same procedures as shown with the saboted bullet loading
described previously.

Note: Patches are not to be used with conical bullets; these

bullets are made to full bore size.

It is critical that the conical bullet is the correct size to your bore. It
must fit fairly tight and require moderate pressure to seat on top of the
powder. A loose fit could cause the projectile to separate from the
powder, particularly if the gun is subjected to jarring or sharp
movement before ignition.

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 9. PRIMING THE TRADITIONS™
PURSUIT™ G4
WARNING: DO NOT PRIME YOUR MUZZLELOADER UNTIL
IMMEDIATELY BEFORE YOU ARE PREPARED TO FIRE.

The 209 shotgun primer is very popular because of its features and
benefits for superior ignition. The 209 shotgun primer is exactly as it is
named, a shotgun primer, the same primer used in a shotgun shell.
The 209 primer has three main benefits over the #11 cap and the
musket cap.

First, the 209 primer is a hotter ignition than a #11 percussion or

musket cap which provides a more reliable ignition. Second, the 209
primer is water-resistant which keeps water and moisture out for a
sure-fire ignition when conditions are damp or rainy. Third, the 209
primer is larger than #11 or musket caps and can be handled easier.
Your new break-open rifle uses a 209 primer. When priming your
muzzleloader please follow these instructions. Only prime your
muzzleloader after you have loaded the rifle and you are ready to
shoot.

1. Make sure that the manual safety on your muzzleloader is in the

“safe” position.

2. Point the muzzleloader in a safe direction.

3. Keeping the muzzle pointed

in a safe direction, open the
action to expose the breech
area. Using a 209 capper
or your fingers, press the
primer into the opening in
the breech plug. Close the
action of the muzzleloader.

4. Your muzzleloader is now ready to fire.

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 10. FIRING THE TRADITIONS™
PURSUIT™ G4
WARNING: BE SURE TO WEAR PROPER EYE AND EAR
PROTECTION ANYTIME YOU FIRE YOUR FIREARM. ALSO MAKE
SURE ALL BYSTANDERS IN THE AREA ARE WEARING PROPER
EYE AND EAR PROTECTION AS WELL.

DANGER: ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE

DIRECTION AND BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS
BEYOND IT.

DANGER: NEVER SOLELY RELY ON THE MECHANICAL

SAFETY OF YOUR FIREARM FOR YOUR OR OTHERʼS SAFETY. IT
SHOULD NOT REPLACE PROPER SAFE FIREARM HANDLING
PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.

Now after following the previous instructions your muzzleloader is

charged, primed, and ready to fire.

1. Grasp the rifle firmly with both hands with your finger off the trigger
and out of the trigger guard.

2. Raise the rifle up and firmly pull the stock into your shoulder.

3. Acquire your target and aim with your sights or scope. Remember to
be sure of what is beyond your target as well.

4. Pull the hammer in a

rearward motion until it
locks in the cocked position.

5. The rifle is now cocked and ready to fire.

6. Press the safety off.

7. Slowly squeeze the trigger until the rifle fires.

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 11. DEPRIMING YOUR
MUZZLELOADER AFTER FIRING:
1. Press the barrel catch lever and open the action to expose primer.

2. Using either a de-priming tool or finger, remove the spent primer.

12. MISFIRES & HANGFIRES

If after following the previous instructions the rifle did not fire then you
have had a misfire or hangfire. Anyone involved with muzzleloading
firearms may experience a misfire or hangfire at one time or another.
The following are a few simple procedures that will help you to
effectively manage such occurrences.

WARNING: A MISFIRE OR HANGFIRE IS A DANGEROUS

SITUATION AND IT IS IMPERATIVE YOU PROCEED WITH
EXTREME CAUTION. AS YOU ALWAYS SHOULD DO, BUT
ESPECIALLY IN THIS SITUATION, BE SURE TO KEEP THE
FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AS IT MAY FIRE AT
ANY TIME.

Misfire
A misfire is a failure of either the primer or the main charge to ignite.
This could be a very hazardous situation.

WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED

WHEN DEALING WITH A MISFIRE.

Rarely is a misfire the fault of the rifle. Generally, it can be attributed to

a problem with the propellant or primer. Should your gun fail to fire for
any reason, keep the muzzle pointed at your down-range target for
at least one minute with the action closed. By doing so, you make
sure you are prepared for the chance of a delayed ignition.

If 209 primer did not fire:

1. Check to make certain that a primer was installed and is still securely
positioned on the nipple or in 209 primer pocket of the breech plug.
2. Verify that the action is free of debris.

3. Try a new primer.

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If the primer fires but the main charge does not:

1. Keep the muzzle pointed at your down-range target for at least one
minute with the action closed. Press the safety button to engage the
trigger block safety. After waiting one minute, then remove the primer
while still keeping the barrel pointed in a safe direction. Using a
cleaning pick, verify that the hole in the breech plug or nipple is clear
of any obstruction.

2. Tap the butt pad of the rifle with your hand to direct the powder into
the ignition channel. If you are using pellets this process will not be
helpful.

3. Verify that propellant was loaded under your projectile by running

the ramrod down the muzzle and observing the measure marks on
your ramrod. Use extreme caution to always keep the muzzle pointed
in a safe direction.

4. Check for any mechanical defects in the breech area. If your gun
has repeatedly failed to fire, you will need to unload the rifle. At this
point a beginning shooter should seek assistance from an experienced
shooter. Never leave an unfired charge in the barrel.

5. After verifying the above directions reprime the muzzleloader and

fire.

Hangfire
A hangfire is a delayed ignition. The primer fires when the trigger is
pulled and the main charge fires a brief moment later. There are many
reasons that hangfires occur. If you are experiencing hangfires, there
are possible causes that you need to evaluate. Verify the following:

1. Verify that the primer is the correct size and properly fitted onto the
nipple.

2. Inspect that the ignition channel is clear of obstructions.

3. Verify that the proper propellant is being used and that it is the
proper granulation and is free from moisture, contamination and oils.

4. Check the condition of the primers and propellant powder. For

hunting situations, it is a wise practice to use fresh primers and
powder. Use a fresh load for each dayʼs hunting.

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 13. UNLOADING AND UNCHARGING
YOUR PURSUIT™ G4
There are two different methods for removing the projectile and
charge:

Method 1
Note: It is recommended to use either a Traditions™ range rod or
ramrod extension for this method.

1. Make sure the muzzle of the barrel is pointed in a safe direction at

all times.
2. Open the action and carefully remove the primer from the breech plug
3. Using your fingers, rotate the Accelerator Breech Plug™
counterclockwise. Depending on the amount of shooting done you may
have to use your spanner wrench to loosen the breech plug.
4. Insert a ramrod or range rod into the muzzle and push the load out
the breech end of the barrel.
5. Clean and wipe all surfaces to remove loose fouling and debris.

Method 2
1. Open the gun and carefully remove the primer from the breech plug
2. Using a range/bench ramrod, with a ball puller screw in one end,
insert the screw end into the muzzle until the screw makes contact with
the projectile.
3. Apply pressure to the end of the ramrod while at the same time
turning it, allowing the ball puller screw to bite into the projectile.
4. Continue turning the ramrod until you can determine that the ball
puller screw is well anchored into the projectile.
5. Firmly grasp the exposed end of the ramrod with projectile attached,
pull it through the barrel and out of the muzzle. One continuous non-stop
pull is generally best.

Note: When extracting saboted bullets the first few inches of the
pull will separate the projectile from the plastic sabot. At this
point the bullet will be free from the sabot and will come out
easily. It will then be necessary to reinsert the ball puller screw
back down the barrel and screw it into the plastic sabot and also
pull it out.

6. Remove powder, if any.

7. Clean and dry the bore of the barrel making sure the breech area is
dry before reloading fresh powder.

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     
    
   
    
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   
  
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  
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  
  
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   
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   
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 
 
  
  
 
  
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  
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   
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  
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  
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  
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 
 
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   
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   
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 
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 
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   
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
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  
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  
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 
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   
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   
 
  
 
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  
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 
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  
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 
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 
 
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   
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  
 
  
 
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   
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 
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  
  
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 
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   
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  
   
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 
 
  
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 
 
  
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  
  
    
  
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 
 
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  
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 
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  
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 
 
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   
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 
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    
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
 
 
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  
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 
 
 
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  
 
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 
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  
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 
 
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 
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  
 
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 
 
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  
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 
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 
  

 
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 
 
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  
 
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 
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 
  
 
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  
 
  
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 
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  
 
 
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  
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  
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  
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   
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 15. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Confirm no powder charges, primers or
projectiles are present or available during any disassembly,
reassembly, or function test procedures.
Note: Reference the exploded view diagram in this manual to help
identify part names and numbers.

RANGE CLEANING AND ADVICE WHILE

SHOOTING
A systematic routine of cleaning while shooting is strongly advised to
aid in avoiding problems while loading and to optimize accuracy.
1. When cleaning the bore use Traditions EZ Clean cleaning patches
rather than shooting patches. Shooting patches are too small for
cleaning and can be lost in the bore.

2. If a patch becomes lost in the bore, use a Traditions Patch Puller

Worm attached to a ramrod for retrieval, or if necessary, remove the
breech plug and push the patch out through the breech area. Never
load a charge over a lost patch.

3. If unusual resistance is felt while loading a projectile, place an EZ

Clean™ cleaning patch on a cleaning jag affixed to the end of a
ramrod and run it the full length of the barrel several times with your
objective being to remove as much of the fouling build up as possible.
NOTE: It should never be necessary to hammer or excessively force a
projectile down the bore. Projectiles should load firmly against the
powder charge with a series of short strokes. If the projectile is the
proper size, unusual resistance usually indicates the need to swab the
bore with a treated cleaning patch. Use EZ Clean™ solvent if barrel is
heavily fouled. An occasional cleaning of the bore with a brass
Traditions™ Bore Brush is advisable to remove excessive plastic and
fouling build-up.
4. When target shooting or sighting in, develop a habit of consistenly
wiping the bore with Traditions™ EZ Clean™ patches after each shot.
Depending upon the specific load, temperature, and humidity, a short
series of shots with black powder or black powder substitute can be
fired before it becomes necessary to wipe the bore with Traditions™
EZ Clean™ patches or in order to remove fouling build-up. If for any
reason the projectile will not go all the way down to the powder
charge, it will be necessary to extract the projectile from the barrel
either with a bullet puller on a ramrod or the breech plug can be
removed, the charge removed and the projectile forced out the end of
the barrel with a long bench/range rod or an extended ramrod.

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 NOTE: A dirty fouled barrel will directly affect your ability to group
shots. However, in a hunting situation, only a few shots will likely be
taken. If the barrel is prepped and lubed at the onset, it is not
necessary to clean and lube the interior of the barrel between shots
when hunting.

FIELD CLEANING & DISASSEMBLY

PROCEDURE
The field disassembly procedure is most often used for general
cleaning, lubrication and inspection of your rifle. It must be completed
after each shooting session. This procedure allows to quickly clean,
lubricate and inspect most important parts and assemblies. The field
disassembly procedure outlined below will keep your rifle shooting
safely and reliably for years to come. Carefully follow this 4 easy step
process.

Required Tools & Supplies:

 Bore patches
 Pipe Cleaners
 Supplied 4mm Allen wrench
 Bore brush
 Accelerator Breech Plug™ wrench  EZ Clean™ solvent
 Traditions™ range rod or  Wonderlube™ 1000
ramrod with jag  Breech Plug Grease

Step: #1 Mandatory Safety Procedures:

1. Follow all safety rules listed previously in this manual.

2. Press Safety Button to engage. Red ring is not visible when in safe
position; if you see the red ring then the safety is in the fire position.

3. BE SURE MUZZLELOADER IS UNLOADED BEFORE PROCEEDING

To check if the muzzleloader is unloaded, remove the ramrod and
unscrew the jag. Re-attach at the opposite end of the jag. Place the
ramrod down the barrel. The fully extended ramrod should sit 3/4" below
the muzzle on an unloaded rifle. If your ramrod extends beyond the
muzzle, you will need to disassemble the gun and remove the
obstructions before proceeding.

4. Open rifle by depressing the barrel catch lever and remove Accelerator
Breech Plug. Inspect the barrel to be sure your rifle is unprimed,
unloaded, and free of obstruction.

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Step: #2 Rifle Disassembly:

1. With action closed and breech plug removed, remove RamRod from
rifle.

2. Remove forend stock screw and forend from barrel assembly using the
4mm Allen wrench provided with your rifle. (TIP-Use the forend to
store parts in so you donʼt lose them)

3. Remove Barrel from Receiver by pushing barrel catch lever in.

4. When barrel starts to open, lift barrel out of the receiver.

You can now clean your Barrel, Receiver and Breech Plug.
Field disassembly is now complete.

Step: #3 Rifle Cleaning & Lubrication:

1. Apply Traditions EZ Clean™ to barrel brush and cleaning patches to

clean both interior and exterior of barrel.

2. Dry barrel interior with several dry bore patches.

3. Lubricate with Wonderlube™ to help protect both interior and

exterior surfaces of both barrel and receiver from rust and to ease
loading.

4. Lightly oil inside of receiver.

5. Lightly grease frame pivot pin and barrel catch surface on barrel.
6. Lightly oil all interior and exterior metal surfaces of your rifle.

Step: #4 Reassembly:

1. Reinstall the Barrel Assembly onto the Receiver and lock into place.

2. Reinstall the forend stock onto the barreled action and install the
forend stock screw.

3. Reinstall Ram Rod

4. Function test to confirm your rifle is fully operational. Reassembly is

now complete.

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PROCEDURE

The Pursuit™ G4 rifle is designed to reduce internal fouling of the

receiver and its' components. Detailed disassembly, cleaning,
lubrication and inspection of the entire rifle system should be
performed after you are done shooting for the day and before storing
for an extended period of time. Performing this detailed cleaning will
help to keep your ri
rifle in its best operation condition.

Step: #1 Mandatory Safety Procedures:

1. Follow all safety rules listed previously in this manual.

2. Press Safety Button to engage. Red ring is not visible when in safe
position; if you see the red ring then the safety is in the fire position.

3. BE SURE MUZZLELOADER IS UNLOADED BEFORE PROCEEDING

(Refer to Section 14) To check if the muzzleloader is unloaded,
remove the ramrod and unscrew the jag. Re-attach at the opposite end
of the jag. Place the ramrod down the barrel. The fully extended ramrod
should sit 3/4" below the muzzle on an unloaded rifle. If your ramrod
extends beyond the muzzle, you will need to disassemble the gun and
remove the obstructions before proceeding.

4. Open rifle by depressing the barrel catch lever and remove Accelerator
Breech Plug. Inspect the barrel to be sure your rifle is unprimed,
unloaded, and free of obstruction.

Step: #2 Rifle Disassembly:

1. With action closed and breech plug removed, remove RamRod from
rifle.

2. Remove forend stock screw and forend from barrel assembly using the
4mm Allen wrench provided with your rifle. (TIP-Use the forend to
store parts in so you donʼt lose them)

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3. Remove Barrel from Receiver by pushing barrel catch lever in. When
the barrel starts to open, lift barrel out of receiver.

4. You can now clean your Barrel, Receiver and Breech Plug.
Field disassembly is now complete.

Step: #3 Rifle Cleaning & Lubrication:

1. Clean all small items and frame with hot, soapy water or
muzzleloader bore solvent. Use cleaning brush to scrub fouling off of
part surfaces. NOTE: Pipe cleaners and a cleaning pick can assist
in removing fouling from the ignition hole in the breech plug.

2. Apply a light coat of EZ Clean solvent to a dry patch (or use

Traditions pre-soaked patches) and run the patch up and down the
bore using a range rod (or ramrod with jag). Allow solvent to sit in
bore for 10-15 minutes. This will allow time for the solvent to
engage and penetrate the lead and copper fouling. NOTE:
Traditions Foaming Bore Solvent can also be used instead of the
patches.

3. Using a bore brush on a range rod, run the brush down the barrel in
order to loosen lead and copper fouling in the bore.

4. Using a dry patch, run a dry patch up and down the bore to help
remove fouling. Repeat with a new patch until the patch comes out
clean. This means the bore is clean.

5. Apply a light coat of gun lube to a dry patch and run through the barrel.
This will help protect against rust in the bore and allow for easier
loading during your next shooting session.

6. Apply a light coating of gun oil to all external metal surfaces of your
firearm using an all-cotton cleaning rag.

7. Lightly grease frame pivot pin and barrel catch surface on barrel.

8. Generously lubricate the threads of the breech plug with breech

plug grease.

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Step: #4 Reassembly:

1. Press barrel catch lever and reinstall the barrel

assembly onto the frame and lock into place

2. Reinstall the forend onto the barreled action.

3. Install the sling swivel stud with your fingers or a wrench until
stud is tight. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. This could
cause damage to your rifle.

4. Reinstall Ram Rod

5. Perform a function test to be sure your rifle is fully operational.

Reassembly is now complete.

IMPORTANT: Perform a function test as described previously in

Section 5 on page 18 this to confirm your rifle is fully operational
and reassembly was correctly completed.

NOTE: Store your rifle uncharged and unprimed in a cool, dry,

secured area. Storage in a gun case should be avoided as it may
hasten condensation and corrosion. During long periods of storage,
periodically check for signs of pitting or rusting on the surface and in
the barrel bore.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON BREECH PLUGS

The standard breech plug on the Pursuit™ G4 is the Accelerator
Breech Plug™ which is equipped to use a standard 209 shotgun
primer for the ignition. The 209 primer area is built directly into the
Accelerator Breech Plug™. You should remove the breech plug and
clean the threads of both the breech plug and inside of the barrel. You
must lubricate the thread of the breech plug with Traditions™ breech
plug grease before you install it back into the barrel. This will help
prevent the breech plug from getting stuck inside the barrel after
shooting.

Note: Breech plugs will wear out over time and should be replaced
periodically. We recommend that you purchase at least one extra
breech plug or nipple for emergencies in the field or at the range.

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 Removal of the Breech Plug:

For standard models wiith the Accelerator Breech Plug™:

1. Using your fingers rotate the breech plug counter clockwise to

remove from the barrel. The Accelerator Breech Plug™ removes in
just 3 full rotations from the barrel.

2. Inspect the o-ring to be sure it is not worn or damaged. If so remove

and replace with a new one.

Removal of the Breech Plug:

1. Insert the larger end of the breech plug wrench over the breech plug
and make sure it is fully seated.

2. Insert the handles into the hole at the rear of the breech plug
wrench and unscrew the breech plug counter clockwise. It
may require some extra force to remove the breech plug after
shooting.

3. If for some reason you are unable to remove the breech plug or nipple,
please refer to the section on tips for stuck breech plugs.

Cleaning of the Breech Plug:

1. Spray the breech plug inside and out with Traditions™ EZ Clean™
solvent or use the EZ Clean™ bath system to loosen the residue
and fouling on the plug. Use a stiff brush to clean the outside
threads and inner area of the breech plug including the fire channel.
A pipe cleaner can be used to get the smaller areas clean and dry.

2. Wipe with a clean cotton cloth. Repeat until all residues are off.

3. Dry the breech plug and lube the threads and o-ring with
Traditions™ breech plug grease or the appropriate anti-seize
grease. Not using the recommended lubricant will cause o-ring
damage and breech plug seizure.

Note: If the plug is difficult to remove, try these hints to help remove
your plug. Spray penetrating oil down the muzzle of the barrel and let it
sit for an hour. Remove the barrel from the frame and place in a
padded vice to give better leverage while using the spanner wrench to
remove the plug. To use the wrench, insert the post of the wrench into
the notch on the plug and turn the handle counterclockwise.

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Important: Always make sure to lubricate the breech plug threads

liberally with Traditions™ breech plug grease before using your
muzzleloader to help avoid having a stuck breech plug.

1. With the breech plug wrench fitted over the breech plug, actually
try to tighten the plug and then rock it back and forth to loosen up
the fouling.

2. Remove the barrel from the receiver. Pour some hot water into the
barrel and let it soak for about a 1/2 hour. Secure the barrel in a
padded vise. Position the wrench onto the breech plug and remove. Be
careful not to scald yourself with the hot water.
3. If you still cannot remove plug contact the Traditions™ Customer
Service Department.

Installation of the Accelerator Breech Plug™:

Note: Before attempting to install the Accelerator Breech Plug™ be
sure to inspect the fire channel of the breech plug to make sure it is
clean and free of any obstructions.

Place the lubricated breech plug in the barrel and thread the breech
plug into the barrel using your fingers and rotating the breech plug in
a clockwise rotation. Continue to do so until the Accelerator Breech
Plug™ makes contact with the barrel and seats firmly.

Note: If the breech plug does not thread smoothly or seat fully, remove
it and visually inspect the o-ring for wear and the threads on the plug
and inside the barrel for fouling or obstructions. Traditions™
recommends removing, cleaning and re-lubing the breech plug every
10-15 shots. With proper maintenance and care the o-ring will last
many years. The o-ring is in place as a gas check and helps to block
fouling from reaching the threads. The plug can still be used without
the o-ring but may become difficult to remove due to the fouling that
will take place.

16. SIGHTING IN AND SCOPE

MOUNTING
SIGHTING IN:
Start your sighting in at approximately 25 yards with a large target. You
want to achieve a grouping of shots no matter where on the target first.
After you are able to shoot at least 3 shots in the same 2” area, then
adjust your sight to the center bullʼs-eye.

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To adjust: Move the rear sight in the direction you want the bullet to
go. To adjust the sight use a flat tip screwdriver to turn the windage
(left or right) and elevation (up or down) adjustment screws on the
sight.

Note: Traditions™ recommends while sighting in your muzzleloader

that you clean the bore between each of your shots. By doing this you
are starting out with a fresh, seasoned bore that will help prevent some
shooting errors such as powder build up that could cause poor
inaccuracy. Different projectiles and recommended powder charges
can vary in accuracy, so make sure to sight in using the same
projectiles and powder charges first and then change if needed.

SCOPE MOUNTING:
Most Traditions™ muzzleloaders are drilled and tapped for mounting a
scope. Traditions™ offers a wide variety of scopes and mounting
options to suit many needs. Visit www.traditionsfirearms.com to see
our full line of optics and mounts. To sight in your scope; please follow
the scope manufacturerʼs directions.

17. INFORMATION ON BLACK

POWDER & BLACK POWDER
SUBSTITUTES.
As a muzzleloading firearm shooter you become a reloader in addition
to being the shooter. This adds another aspect of responsibility to you
and requires that you strictly adhere to the proper safe charging of
your firearm regardless of what type of black powder or black powder
substitute you use. Failure to properly follow these instructions and the
powder manufacturerʼs recommendations may cause damage to the
firearm and injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders and
damage to property.
DANGER: NEVER USE MORE THAN 150 GRAINS OF BLACK
POWDER OF ANY TYPE FROM ANY MANUFACTURER.

BLACK POWDER
Black powder gunpowder is the original propellant of firearms and is
still quite useful to this day. Black powder is generally available in four
different granule sizes which determines the appropriate use for the
powder. The burn rate of black powder depends on its grain size.
Larger granules burn at a slower rate and therefore work best in large
diameter rifles or cannons; while smaller granules burn at a faster
rate and work best in small caliber rifles or pistols. Selecting the
correct granulation is imperative for the best reliable performance of
your muzzleloading firearm.

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Note: When purchasing black powder make sure that the
granulation or type is clearly marked on the manufacturerʼs
container so you can assure you are purchasing the correct
powder for your application.

FG (also referred to as 1Fg or Single “F”)

This is a very coarse black powder best suited to very large bore rifles
and shotguns (10, 8, 4 gauge) that were produced in the past. This
powder is one that you will not find very much use for and as such is
not often seen for sale.

FFG (also referred to as 2Fg or Double “F”)

This is a popular granulation as it has a wide variety of applications.
Suitable for rifles .50 caliber and over, black powder shotguns in 12,
16, and 20 gauge and sometimes in large caliber single shot pistols
(larger than .50 caliber).

FFFG (also referred to as 3Fg or Triple “F”)

Since it is can used in a wide variety of applications this is the most
popular and available granulation of black powder. Suitable for use in
rifles and single shot pistols .50 caliber and under, as well as in all
percussion (cap & ball) revolvers; this powder is the most versatile
black powder available.

FFFFG (also referred to as 4Fg or Four “F”)

This is the finest of the commonly available black powders and with its
fast burn rate has limited applications. The best and most common
application of this powder is for the priming of the flash pan on a
flintlock rifle. Since it has such limited applications it can sometimes be
hard to find at retailers.

WARNING: Traditional black powder is extremely flammable

therefore proper handling and storage procedures from the
manufacturer should be strictly followed. If you have any concerns or
questions on how exactly to handle or store black powder contact the
manufacturer of the powder. Additional information on black powder
storage is available from the National Fire Protection Association, 1
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA. 02269. (www.nfpa.org). They can be
contacted by calling 1-800-344-3555 or emailing custserv@nfpa.org.
Ask for pamphlet #495 for information regarding black powder.

BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTES

In addition to traditional black powder there are now a multitude of
suitable black powder substitutes that are appropriate for use in
Traditions™ muzzleloading firearms. These powders can offer
advantages over traditional black powder but sometimes require
specific types of ignition and it is important to consult the powder
manufacturerʼs instruction on appropriate ignition types.

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Some black powder substitutes are offered in differing granulations
similar to black powder, while others are only offered in one
granulation. It is important that you select the appropriate powder and
granulation for your specific application and firearm.

In addition most black powder substitutes relate closely to black

powder on a volume to volume basis but not by weight. For this reason
black powder substitutes are measured by volume as opposed to by
weight. When using you a black powder measure you must follow the
powder manufacturerʼs instructions on adjusting the measuring of the
powder charge compared to what charge you would normally use with
black powder.

Some black powder substitutes are also available in a pellet form

which provides for easier carrying and loading. Pellets are sometimes
offered in different charge sizes so be sure to use the appropriate
number of pellets to obtain your desired charge. Consult the pellet
manufacturerʼs recommendations if you have any doubts about how
many pellets to use.

WARNING: DO NOT USE PYRODEX® CTG. While Pyrodex CTG

is a black powder substitute, it is designed to be used in cartridge
firearms which use cartridges that originally used black powder as
their charge. It is not safe or recommended for use in muzzleloading
firearms.

TYPES OF BLACK POWDER & BLACK

POWDER SUBSTITUTES

Traditions™ does not sell or endorse any specific brand of black

powder or black powder substitute. However listed below are some of
the currently available black powder or black powder substitutes that
are approved for use in Traditions™ products. Please refer to the
powder manufacturer for proper loading and measuring techniques as
they can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. If there is ever a
question on the appropriate application of a certain powder or the
safety of a specific powder charge you must contact the manufacturer
of the powder as the source for this information.

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Follow the safe handling and storage precautions printed on the
manufacturerʼs container and never purchase or use any powder that
has beenthe
Follow removed from their
safe handling and manufacturerʼs original
storage precautions container.
printed on the
manufacturerʼs container and never purchase or use any powder that
DANGER:
has NEVER
been removed fromUNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE
their manufacturerʼs USE
original container.
SMOKELESS POWDER OF ANY TYPE OR IN ANY QUANTITY IN
DANGER: NEVERFIREARM,
A MUZZLELOADING UNDER ANY AND CIRCUMSTANCE
NEVER MIX POWDERS. USE The
SMOKELESS
use POWDER
of any smokeless OF ANY
powder at allTYPE
couldOR IN ANY
result QUANTITYorIN
in a detonation
A MUZZLELOADING
explosion FIREARM,
which could cause injuryAND NEVER
and/or deathMIX POWDERS.
to the shooter orThe
use of anyand
bystanders smokeless
damage powder at all could result in a detonation or
to property.
explosion which could cause injury and/or death to the shooter or
bystanders
WARNING: andNEVER
damageEXCEED
to property.
THE RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM
BLACK POWDER OR BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTE CHARGE
WARNING: NEVER EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM
LISTED IN THIS BOOK OR BY THE POWDER MANUFACTURER. If
BLACK POWDER OR BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTE CHARGE
the recommended maximum charge is exceeded then injury or death
LISTED IN THIS BOOK OR BY THE POWDER MANUFACTURER. If
tothe
therecommended
shooter or bystanders can occur.
maximum charge is exceeded then injury or death
to the shooter or bystanders can occur.
WARNING: Follow the powder manufacturerʼs instructions
whenWARNING:
measuringFollow
any type
theof powder
powder as not all powders
manufacturerʼs are
instructions
measured the same.
when measuring anySome are
type of measured
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as not andare
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same. Somemeasuring can vary
are measured depending
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the powder.
can vary depending on the
type and manufacturer of the powder.
Use the below table to find out more about some of the available black
Use theand
powders below table
black to find substitutes
powder out more about
fromsome of the available
the following black
companies:
powders
Brand and black powder substitutes
Product from the following companies:
Website
Brand Product Website
Alliant Powder® Black MZ® www.alliantpowder.com
Alliant Powder® Black MZ® www.alliantpowder.com
American Shockey's
American
Pioneer Shockey's
Gold®
Pioneer
Powder® Gold® www.americanpioneerpowder.com
Powder® www.americanpioneerpowder.com
Goex® Goex® www.goexpowder.com
Goex® Goex® www.goexpowder.com
Hodgdon®
Hodgdon®
Pyrodex®
Pyrodex®
www.hodgdon.com
www.hodgdon.com
Hodgdon®
Hodgdon® Triple
Triple Seven®
Seven® www.hodgdon.com
www.hodgdon.com
IMR®
IMR® White
White Hots®
Hots® www.imrpowder.com
www.imrpowder.com
Western
Western Blackhorn
Blackhorn 209®
209® www.blackhorn209.com
www.blackhorn209.com
Powder®
Powder®

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209Primer
Primersuggestions
suggestions
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Traditions™does
doesnot
notsell
selloror endorse
endorse anyany specific
specificbrand
brandofof209
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buthas
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and
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our rifles.
rifles.

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For moreinformation
informationregarding
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primers contact
contact the
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you use
use an
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primerfor
forthe
the
powderyou
powder youare
areusing.
using.
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18. SUGGESTED
PURSUIT™LOADS
G4 FOR
PURSUIT™ G4
WARNING: NEVER EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM
BLACK POWDER
WARNING: OR BLACK
NEVER EXCEEDPOWDER SUBSTITUTE MAXIMUM
THE RECOMMENDED CHARGE
LISTED
BLACKINPOWDER
THIS BOOK OR BY POWDER
OR BLACK THE POWDER MANUFACTURER.
SUBSTITUTE CHARGE If
LISTED
the IN THIS BOOK
recommended OR BY
maximum THEisPOWDER
charge exceededMANUFACTURER.
then injury or deathIf
tothe
therecommended maximumcan
shooter or bystanders charge is exceeded then injury or death
occur.
to the shooter or bystanders can occur.
WARNING: FOLLOW THE POWDER MANUFACTURER'S
WARNING: WHEN
INSTRUCTIONS FOLLOW THE POWDER
MEASURING MANUFACTURER'S
ANY TYPE OF POWDER AS
INSTRUCTIONS
NOT ALL POWDERSWHEN MEASURING
ARE MEASUREDANY
THETYPE OF POWDER
SAME. AS
SOME ARE
NOT ALL POWDERS
MEASURED AREAND
BY WEIGHT MEASURED THE
SOME BY SAME. SOME
VOLUME. ARE
VOLUMERIC
MEASURED BY WEIGHT AND SOME BY VOLUME. VOLUMERIC
MEASURING CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE AND
MEASURING CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE AND
MANUFACTURER OF THE POWDER
MANUFACTURER OF THE POWDER
WARNING:
WARNING:ONLY
ONLYUSE
USE BULLETS THAT ARE
BULLETS THAT AREDESIGNED
DESIGNEDOR
OR
APPROVED
APPROVEDFOR
FORUSE
USEIN
IN A
A MUZZLELOADING FIREARM.
MUZZLELOADING FIREARM.

WARNING:
WARNING:NEVERNEVERUNDER
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCEUSE
ANY CIRCUMSTANCE USE
SMOKELESS
SMOKELESSPOWDER POWDER OF OF ANY
ANY TYPE
TYPE OR OR IN
IN ANY
ANYQUANTITY
QUANTITYININAA
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FIREARM, AND NEVER MIX
AND NEVER MIXPOWDERS.
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use
useofofany
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smokelesspowder
powder atat all could resultininaadetonation
could result detonationoror
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and/or death tothe
theshooter
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damagetoto property.
property.
Note:Velocities
Note: Velocitieslisted
listedare
are approximate
approximate and
and for
forreference
referenceonly.
only.

PYRODEXOR
PYRODEX ORTRIPLE
TRIPLE SEVEN
SEVEN BLACK
BLACKPOWDER
POWDER
SUBSTITUTEPELLETS
SUBSTITUTE PELLETS
Bullet Sabot/Bullet Powder Velocity
Bullet
Weight Sabot/Bullet
Dia. Powder Powder
Charge Velocity
FPS
Weight
250 gr. Dia. Powder
Pyrodex Charge
2-50 Grain FPS
250 gr.
Smackdown 50/45 Pyrodex
Pellets 2-50 Grain
Pellets 1785
Smackdown
250 gr. 50/45 Pellets Pellets
2-50 Grain 1785
250 gr.
Smackdown 50/45 777 Pellets 2-50 Grain
Pellets 1785
Smackdown
350 gr. Full 50/45 777 Pellets Pellets
2-50 Grain 1785
350 gr. Full
Bore 50 777 Pellets 2-50 Grain
Pellets 1533
Bore 50 777 Pellets Pellets 1533

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BLACKHORN 209, BLACK MZ, PYRODEX, TRIPLE
SEVEN, BLACK209,
BLACKHORN POWDER
BLACKSUBSTITUTES
MZ, PYRODEX, TRIPLE
SEVEN, BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTES
WARNING: POWDER CHARGES MEASURED IN VOLUMETRIC
UNITS, NOT BY WEIGHT.
WARNING: POWDER CHARGES MEASURED IN VOLUMETRIC
UNITS, NOT BY WEIGHT.
Bullet Sabot/Bullet Powder Velocity
Weight
Bullet Dia.
Sabot/Bullet Powder Charge
Powder FPS
Velocity
Weight
250 gr. Dia. Powder
777 Powder Charge
80 gr. FPS
250 gr.
Smackdown 50/45 777orPowder
2F 3F 80
VUgr.
Min. 1681
Smackdown
250.gr. 50/45 2F or
777 3F
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2F 3F 100
VU gr.
Max. 1835
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350 gr. Full 777 Powder 80 gr.
350 gr. Full
Bore 50 777orPowder
2F 3F 80
VUgr.
Min. 1487
Bore 50 2F or 3F VU Min. 1487
350 gr. Full 777 Powder 100 gr.
350 gr. Full 777 Powder 100 gr.
Bore 50 2F or 3F VU Max. 1624
Bore 50 2F or 3F VU Max. 1624
250 gr.
250 gr.
90 gr.
90 gr.
Smackdown
Smackdown 50/45
50/45 Black MZ
Black MZ VUMin
VU Min 1759
1759
250 gr.
250 gr. 120gr.
120 gr.
Smackdown
Smackdown 50/45
50/45 Black MZ
Black MZ VUMax.
VU Max. 1966
1966
300 gr.
300 gr. 90gr.
90 gr.
Smackdown
Smackdown 50/45
50/45 Black MZ
Black MZ VUMin.
VU Min. 1699
1699
300 gr.
300 gr. 120gr.
120 gr.
Smackdown
Smackdown 50/45
50/45 Black MZ
Black MZ VUMax.
VU Max. 1894
1894
250 gr.
250 gr. Blackhorn
Blackhorn 80gr.
80 gr.
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Smackdown 50/45
50/45 209
209 VU
VUMin.
Min. 1734
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250
250 gr.
gr. Blackhorn
Blackhorn 120
120gr.
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209 VU
VUMax.
Max. 2119
2119
300
300 gr.
gr. Blackhorn
Blackhorn 80
80gr.
gr.
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Smackdown 50/45
50/45 209
209 VU
VUMin.
Min. 1620
1620
300
300 gr.
gr. Blackhorn
Blackhorn 120
120gr.
gr.
Smackdown
Smackdown 50/45
50/45 209
209 VU
VUMax.
Max. 2050
2050
250 gr. Pyrodex RS 80 gr.
250 gr. Pyrodex RS 80 gr.
Smackdown 50/45 Powder VU Min. 1567
Smackdown 50/45 Powder VU Min. 1567
250 gr. Pyrodex RS 100 gr.
250 gr.
Smackdown 50/45
Pyrodex
Powder
RS 100 gr.
VU Max. 1706
Smackdown 50/45 Powder VU Max. 1706

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 19. WARRANTY & SERVICE
LIMITED LIFETIME MECHANICAL WARRANTY
Traditions™ will warrant this muzzleloading firearm (or parts in a kit to
be built) to be free of mechanical defects in materials or craftsmanship
for the life of the firearm, while in the possession of the original owner
except wooden plastic stocks and finishes. Traditions™ will repair or
replace, at its own option, product or parts which are returned at
ownerʼs expense to the Traditions™ Customer Service Department.
Call 860-388-4656 to obtain a factory issued Return Merchandise
Authorization number. A full explanation of the specific problem must
be given to the customer service representative.

This warranty shall remain in force unless any of the following are
determined by the Traditions™ Customer Service Department:

1. Use of any propellant other than black powder or approved black

powder substitutes.

2. Use of any powder charge in excess of those recommended in this

booklet or by the powder manufacturer

3. Use of any plastic patching material with round balls.

4. Modification of internal parts as they were shipped from the factory.

5. A lack of proper maintenance and thorough cleaning is evident such

as rust.

6. Peeling of camo finish after 1 year of service.

7. Customer abuse

Traditions™ specifically disclaims any and all warranties other

than those listed above on this page, including warranties of
merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose.

NOTE: Proof of purchase is required to show original ownership for

all warranty work.

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PLEASE HELP US SERVE YOU BETTER

In the event you should have questions pertaining to the function or

performance of your new Traditions™ firearm please visit our website to
get answers to the most commonly asked questions. Log on to
www.traditionsfirearms.com where you will find the FAQ page. This page
will get you fast access to trouble shooting solutions. If you do not find an
answer to your specific question on the FAQ page of our website please
feel free to email info@traditionsfirearms.com and a qualified member of
our team will respond to your individual question as quickly as possible.

In the event you still need assistance please do not hesitate to contact
Traditions™, and a member of our Customer Service Department will
be happy to assist.

In the unlikely event you need warranty service on your new firearm;
we need your help to get the work done right and without delay. Itʼs as
easy as dropping us a note or picking up the telephone.

Traditions™ conveniently engraves the caliber, serial number and

model name on each barrel. Take note of this information, record it on
the warranty page in this manual and be prepared to state it when
contacting the Traditions™ Customer Service Department with your
questions.

Contact Traditions at 860-388-4656, tell us what problem you are

experiencing and weʼll get busy to remedy your situation. Help is just a
phone call away should you experience a problem. Simply follow these
four simple steps and weʼll get your firearm back in perfect working
order in the shortest possible time.

Steps to Return a Rifle for Service

1. Do not return your firearm to the dealer.

2. Please call us and describe the problem. Chances are we can either
guide you to a solution right over the phone or when possible send
you the parts you need to correct the problem. Should your gun need
factory service, we will give you instructions about where to ship it and
issue you a Return Merchandise Authorization number.

3. All firearms must have a factory issued Return Merchandise

Authorization number (RMA) before returning to Traditions for
warranty service. Firearms without an RMA number will be refused.

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 4. Package your unloaded rifle safely and securely inside a sturdy box.
The Traditions box your rifle arrived in is NOT a shipping box.
NOTE: Firearms packaged and shipped improperly are not
covered under warranty if damage occurs.

5. Write your RMA # on the outside of the box so it can be easily seen
when it arrives at our facility.

6. Ship your unloaded rifle to:

Traditions™
1375 Boston Post Rd. • P.O. Box 776
Old Saybrook, CT 06475-0776
Tel. 860-388-4656
Fax. 860-388-4657
Website: www.traditionsfirearms.com

WARNING: It is in violation of Federal Law to ship a loaded

firearm. If your gun has a live cartridge, charge, and/or projectile in
the chamber or barrel, please take it to a local gunsmith for
removal or call Traditions Customer Service Department at
860-388-4656.

ATTENTION: YOUR RIFLE MUST BE CLEANED BEFORE IT

CAN BE INSPECTED. If we need to clean your rifle in order to
inspect it there will be a standard cleaning, lubrication, inspection,
and function test (C.L.I.F.) service fee.

NOTE ON ACCESSORIES:
Please remove all after-market accessories from your gun prior to
being sent in for repairs. This includes scopes, bi-pods, slings, etc.
This will ensure that these items will not be lost, misplaced, or
damaged during the return process.

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 Safety
Quick-T™ & Handle
Ramrod Instruction Manual
Owner’s Manual Addendum

Your new Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle is designed to provide easy and quick
loading of your Traditions™ muzzleloader. This handle is designed to be
stored on your ramrod for easy access. The Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle in-
corporates a palm saver and a jag to thread into the handle so it functions
as a work/cleaning rod.

How to use your Quick-T ramrod handle:

• Your Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle will come installed on the ramrod

of your new rifle. Simply remove your rifle’s ramrod to remove the
Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle.
WARNING: Black Powder or an approved black
• The Quick-T™ Ramrod
powder Handle can
substitute be used
are the in two ways.
only propellant
1) When being usedpowders that saver:
as a palm are safe to use in a
muzzleloading
Using only the plastic “T” firearm. Ramrod Handle, place
piece of the Quick-T™
the T-handle over the end of the threaded side of your ramrod. This is a
Readway
quick and easy the to
instructions and warnings
push your projectile downin thethis
barrel and protect
manual
your hand from CAREFULLY
the end BEFORE using this
of the ramrod.
Traditions™ firearm.
2) When being used as a work/cleaning rod:
Traditions™
Screw the brass jag into the threaded Performance
pocket of yourFirearms
Quick-T™ Ramrod
1375 Boston Post Road
Handle. This allows the Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle to 776
P.O. Box thread directly
Old Saybrook,
onto the 10/32 threads on your ramrod, providing CT 06475
a fully functional clea-
(860) 388-4656
ning rod for maintaining your rifle in the field or at the range.
www.traditionsfirearms.com
If you over-tighten the jag into the Quick-T™ Ramrod handle, the hole
in the screw-in brass jag will assist you in removal or tightening. Use a
small Allen key through hole if needed.

CAUTION
Always follow the manufacturer’s loading and shooting instructions.
Be sure to read the owner’s manual prior to using your rifle.
Never fire your rifle with the Quick-T™ Ramrod Handle threaded on
your ramrod installed in the barrel thimbles.

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________FOR YOUR RECORDS_______________
Important: Please record information here and keep for your record.

Model No. ____________________________________________

Serial No. ____________________________________________

Model Name __________________________________________

Caliber _______________________________________________

Date Purchased________________________________________

From_________________________________________________

Registration Card mailed on ______________________________

Please call Traditions™ Customer Service Department at 860-388-

4656 with any questions or concerns.

To register your warranty online please go to

www.traditionsfirearms.com/support/warranty-
registration, or you can mail in the warranty
card on the opposing page.

To be added to our email list for

announcements, specials, and other
information please visit our website at:
www.traditionsfirearms.com

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1. What is your age? q1 under 18 q2 18-24 q 3 25-34 q4 35-44 q5 45-54 q6 55-64 q7 over 65

2. Reason for your purchase q1 Hunting q2 Target Shooting q 3 Personal use q 4 Gift
q 5 Raffle Prize q 6 Other

3. do you own? q 1 Other muzzleloaders q 2 Over/under Shotgun q 3 Side by Side Shotgun

q 4 Semi-Auto Shotgun q 5 Pump Shotgun q 6 Cartridge Rifle q 7 Handgun q 8 Bow
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4. Where purchased? q 1 Gun Shop q 2 General Sporting Goods Store q 3 Hardware Store
q 4 Chain Store q 5 Mail Order Catalog q 6 Internet Store

5. Is this your first muzzleloader? q 1 Yes q 2 No

6. Which factors influenced your purchase? q 1 Previously owned a Traditions product

q 2 Magazine Ad/Article q 3 Internet/Website q 4 Traditions Catalog q 5 Recommendation of Salesperson
q 6 Recommendation of a Friend q 7 Price q 8 Features q 9 Other

7. What type of game do you hunt? q 1 Whitetail Deer q 2 Mule Deer q 3 elk q 4 Bear
q 5 Antelope q 6 Turkey q 7 Small Game q 8 Other
8. What do you think is the best way to get information about Hunting & Hunting products?
q 1 Magazine Ads q 2 Internet/Website q 3 Television Programs q 4 Radio
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q Check here to receive a free Traditions catalog showing muzzleloadings’ largest selection of firearms
and accessories or visit our website at www.traditionsfirearms.com

q To receive a Traditions Firearms Logo cap and catalog, send $12.99 along
with your warranty registration card.

NOTe: Return this card within 15 days of purchase

in order to validate your limited lifetime warranty.
Please complete all information above and mail to:

P.O. Box 776 • Old Saybrook, CT 06475-0776

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